We stock many varieties of running and clumping bamboos in pots for sale
If we don’t have it on hand, chances are we can find what you’re looking for
We’re here to answer your questions about bamboo and can help you choose the best variety for your project
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Clumping Bamboos
Clumping bamboos grow in a very predictable way and are much easier to contain than running varieties. Their rhizomes (underground root systems) grow in a U-shape, spreading just inches from the base clump each year, but also providing wide lateral coverage with its closely compacted canes. Smaller in stature than running bamboo, Clumpers are an ideal choice for an easy to maintain dense grove.
Fargesia
Fargesia scabrida ‘Silver Dragon’
Fargesia jiuzhaigou 4 ‘Black Cherry’
Fargesia jiuzhaigou ‘Genf’
Fargesia denudata
Borinda
Running Bamboos
Running bamboo is a general term for 100+ varieties ranging 3-40’ in our Northwest/ Puget Sound climate. So-named and characterized by their root system; an advantageous, potentially invasive rhizome by which it expands and produces new canes.
Fortunately, there are many ways to control and contain these bamboos. Each planting situation is unique, we’re here to help you make informed decisions regarding ideal varieties and containment options.
Mid-Sized Running Bamboo
Mid-sized running bamboos can provide 15’ - 25’ of dense privacy screen. They generally form a dense grove of canes up to 1.5 - 2” in diameter.
Phyllostachys aurea ‘Inversa’
Timber Running Bamboo
Running timber bamboos, given enough space and time can reach 25’ - 40’ in Western Washington. 2”+diameter canes tend to branch higher and can be a good choice for 2nd story privacy. Timber bamboos can develop very strong, advantageous root systems and require proper forethought and containment strategy before planting.
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Phyllostachys acuta
Phyllostachys bambusoides
Phyllostachys decora
Phyllostachys rubromarginata
Phyllostachys nigra 'Black' (flowering/temp off market)